Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Amentum
Job overview
The Computer Engineer role at Amentum focuses on supporting Verification and Validation of ASICs and FPGAs for military systems, contributing to technology development for defense customers.
Responsibilities and impact
The job involves HDL coding, testing ASICs/FPGAs for design flaws and security, software development to automate EDA tool flows, debugging, statistical analysis of test data, assisting with microelectronic device setup, and identifying new testing methodologies.
Experience and skills
Candidates need a Bachelor's or graduate degree in Computer or Electrical Engineering with 1-5 years experience, knowledge of System Verilog or VHDL, ASIC/FPGA digital design, digital building blocks, and must have or be able to obtain DoD Secret Clearance; preferred skills include HDL, C/C++, Python, Perl, MATLAB, RTL, UVM, Linux, EDA tools, and ASIC design flow.
Work environment and culture
Amentum emphasizes equal opportunity employment and inclusivity, supporting diverse candidates and providing accommodations as needed.
Company information
Amentum supports high reliability military systems and security projects, working with Navy and Air Force customers through NSWC Crane's Trusted Microelectronics Division.
Unique job features
The role involves working on high reliability military ASIC/FPGA systems with security focus and requires active or obtainable DoD Secret Clearance, highlighting the sensitive nature of the work.
Company overview
Amentum is a global technical and engineering services company that provides mission support and operational services to government and commercial clients. They specialize in areas such as defense, security, intelligence, energy, and environmental solutions. Amentum generates revenue through contracts with government agencies and private sector clients, offering expertise in program management, logistics, and engineering. The company was formed in 2020 following the acquisition of AECOM's Management Services division by private equity firms, creating a significant player in the industry with a rich legacy of supporting critical missions worldwide.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight expertise in Hardware Description Language (HDL) coding, specifically System Verilog or VHDL, and experience with ASIC or FPGA digital design to align with Amentum's core requirements.
Emphasize your skills in digital building blocks like UART and SPI, software development for automating EDA tool flows, and your ability to perform statistical analysis on testing data to match the job description.
Apply through multiple channels including Amentum's corporate career site, LinkedIn, and specialized defense or engineering job boards to maximize your application visibility.
Connect on LinkedIn with professionals in Amentum's Trusted Microelectronics Division or related engineering teams; start conversations by referencing recent projects or expressing genuine curiosity about their work in ASIC verification or FPGA development.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'ASIC Verification,' 'UVM,' 'EDA tools,' 'System Verilog,' and 'FPGA Digital Design' to ensure it passes automated screenings.
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